Giggs' immediate future is unclear, especially if he is overlooked as the next manager at Old Trafford.

The 40-year-old was named interim boss of the club following the dismissal of David Moyes last month, with Dutchman Louis van Gaal expected to be named the new permanent boss before the end of the month.

And if Van Gaal does take over at United, Bruce would be prepared to make his former team-mate an offer.

"He can come and see out his days at the KC Stadium, playing in the Europa League. If he's available on a free, I'd take him," joked Bruce, who believes there will always be a place for Giggs at United.

Hull face Manchester United on Tuesday in what is likely to be Giggs' final home match in charge as temporary manager but, regarding the new man, Bruce added: "It's a difficult one to call.

"If it is Van Gaal for United, I'm sure he'll have his own opinions. But there's always going to be a place for Ryan, I'm sure, because he's been a great.

"I'm sure they'll find a space for him somewhere. I don't think he'll leave. He will be treated properly, I'm convinced of that. He'll have some role to play. They'll not mess him about, that's for sure.